Cost of Living Calculator - Smyrna, Tennessee vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 7.3% more expensive than Smyrna, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $75,105 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Smyrna, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Smyrna, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
49% more expensive in Chicago
than in Smyrna, Tennessee
Smyrna, TN vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Smyrna, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% lower
  Commute
  33.0% higher
  Health
  10.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% higher

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